This is an exciting opportunity to join one of central London’s leading educational charities, Vauxhall City Farm.

Covering 2 acres, the farm is home to over 100 animals and for 44 years has given visitors from far and wide the opportunity to experience life on a farm making the use of its green space by offering a range of visitor experiences, education and training programmes, volunteering, horse riding, and events.

Despite the impact of the pandemic, we have been very successful developed a number of educational programmes and offerings. We are now seeking an exceptional, Education Officer (Internship) who assist in implementing these programmes and build on our success. This position is fudned by the Jack Petchey Foundation and all applicants will be required to take full part in the Jack Petchey Internship development programme and the mentoring programme.

The Education Officer (Internship) must be between the ages of 16 and 25 and will report to the Education & Partnerships Manager. As well as the rest of the team to ensure the smooth running of our varied educational projects.

The successful candidate will build relationships with all stakeholders associated with Vauxhall City Farm’s impactful educational, recreational and therapeutic programmes as part of this dynamic role. The post holder will have exceptional administrative and IT skills with experience of managing a database of funders.

Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter, highly motivated and have experience in working in an educational setting, being agile and flexible in their approach.

Farm or agriculture experience is not required, although experience in visitor attractions would be desirable.

This opportunity is offered as 1 year contract (subject to possible extension) and onboarding is predicted to take place in the second week of April

Closing date: 26th March 2021

• To ensure the effective day to day management of the family services team in accordance with the Home-Start Memorandum & Articles of Association, the Home-Start Standards & Methods of Practice, the Home-Start Agreement and Quality Assurance Standards.
• To maintain high standards of practice in supporting families within the Home-Start model
• To ensure equality of opportunity, fairness and diversity in all aspects of the scheme’s and work.
• To ensure good safeguarding practice in all aspects of the scheme’s work
• To take responsibility for providing leadership and management to the Co-ordinator, Outreach Worker and any other appropriate members of staff as identified going forward (the family services team).
• Taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of the family services team.
• Ensuring all Home-Start policies and procedures are implemented and reviewed.
• Ensuring effective administration and monitoring systems are in place.
• Ensuring that contracts or SLAs are delivered and targets are met
• Supporting the Board of Trustees and Scheme Manager in the recruitment, selection, induction, management and deployment of organisers/co-ordinators and other paid employees, as appropriate.
• Feed into Scheme Managers report to trustees
• Leading the family services team and ensuring that the Coordinator(s), Out reach Worker, student placement and volunteers receive effective supervision, direction and opportunities for development.
• Promoting the work of the scheme externally.
• Contributing to and supporting the development of the Home-Start network locally, regionally and nationally
• Maintaining an overview of all work with families supported by the family services team
• Manage own case load of supported families and volunteers, and model good practice in family support
• Receiving referrals, assessing need and allocating as appropriate .
• Ensuring support to families is of a high standard in accordance with Home-Start’s model, policies and procedures
• To undertake day-to-day designated responsibilities to safeguard and promote children’s welfare  
• Ensure the scheme maintains an effective team of volunteers to support the family services team
• Ensure the scheme’s policies and procedures are fully implemented in all aspects of work with volunteers, including their recruitment, selection, preparation, support and supervision
• Ensure that the Home-Start preparation course is delivered in full and to a high standard to all prospective volunteers
• Ensure on going training is accessed as required
• Ensuring appropriate liaison and communication with referrers and other professionals
• Networking appropriately within the community.
• Contributing to local policy and community development as appropriate

We are looking for an experienced trainer to deliver essential employability, character and soft skills training to marginalised KS4 students.

Making The Leap is a small and innovative social justice charity that aims to make a big difference. From direct delivery, to advocacy and leadership, we refuse to stay in our lane and believe passionately that those we exist to serve have the right to be anything they want to be. To say that this is an exciting time for the organisation would be an understatement, as our incredible funders, donors, partners and supporters have given us the chance to move to the next level, and have further influence and delivery nationally.

The shared soul of the organisation is to be passionate about helping young people from less-advantaged backgrounds; build up other charities and community groups and want to partner with them or support them; want to work with businesses and organisations to get things done; and care deeply about addressing racial inequity generally (and anti-Blackness in particular). The people here work hard, are good at what they do, and for so many it is ‘home’, with an average tenure of 11 years.

The organisation has a number of strands: core Making The Leap; the UK Social Mobility Awards; the Social Mobility Podcast and our brand new initiative Black Charity Leaders.

Spitalfields City Farm's education programme has grown steadily over the years and we are wanting to continue this growth, working both on site at the Farm and off site within our local schools. Environmental education plays a large part at the Farm and we would like the programme to expand and offer a variety of services in the coming years. 

This is a great opportunity to really make a difference within a small organisation that is wanting to grow and strengthen its operational model. The role would be ideal for someone who wishes to play a crucial part in an organisation that is on a journey of modernisation and improvement of its practices. 

Education Coordinator

Working for a national Association, this is a fantastic opportunity to join our client's in-house education team based near Gloucester. The Association delivers a full programme of courses contributing to the Continuing Professional Development of veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses.

Responsibilities:

The Education Co-ordinator will participate in and contribute to the effective organisation, delivery, resourcing and marketing of the Association’s accredited educational programmes.

This is a varied role and duties will include managing student enquires and enrolments, manage scheduling and implementation of their accredited programmes, through liaison with speakers, supervisors and mentors, as well as venues and equipment suppliers. Assist in the organisation of formal examinations, host their online lectures and webinars, update and maintain their learning platform.

Requirements:

• Proven experience of working in a busy administration environment.
• Previous experience of the co-ordination, delivery and hosting of professional training/events and/or experience of maintaining student records in an academic setting is desirable.
• An awareness of educational learning platforms/technology is advantageous but not essential, as training will be provided.
• Initiative, flexibility and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, are essential. A high degree of accuracy whilst working under pressure is vital, as well as eagerness to learn. A good working knowledge of Microsoft packages is also important.
• The successful candidate will preferably have a related qualification, ideally in business administration and/or events management.
• The candidate must be flexible to occasionally work outside of normal office hours and occasionally travel throughout the UK, with potential travel abroad.

About our client:

They are a professional membership association which exists to advance care for companion animals. With a membership of more than 10,000 veterinary surgeons, vet nurses and students, they work in the UK and internationally to promote excellence in small animal practice through education and science, by facilitating training, conducting research and developing policy. Each year they deliver numerous education courses, host the largest small animal Congress in Europe, publish books, manuals, apps and magazines.

Location: Quedgeley, Gloucestershire, GL2 2AB

Job type: Full time, Permanent, 40 hours per week

Salary: £20,691 and £22,880 per annum

Benefits: include 23 days holiday, contributions towards Group Personal Pension, Life Assurance and Health Insurance.

Closing date: 12th March 2021

You may have experience of the following: Administrator, Admin Assistant, Office Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, Customer Service, Administration Assistant, Administration, Customer Service Administrator, Data Entry, Education Coordinator, Education Officer, etc.

Ref: 97245

Our vision is that every young person has the resources they need to live a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life.

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of vulnerable or disadvantaged young people?

Do you have 3 years' experience in providing advice and support to homeless, vulnerable, or disadvantaged young people?

Do you have experience of emergency responses to homeless young people?

Do you have experience of independent living support for young people?

Then Gloucestershire Nightstop has the perfect role for you.

This is an opportunity for someone to join a committed team dedicated to alleviating youth homelessness in Gloucestershire

We have supported vulnerable young people aged 16-25 years old in Gloucestershire for the past 18 years.

Our purpose is to be there for and respond to vulnerable young people when they need us most. Offering emergency accommodation in the homes of trained and committed volunteers and we are developing extended stay provision which you will lead on.

Getting to know existing Nystagmus Network supporters is only the starting point. You will need to be passionate about what we do and keen to forge excellent relationships with a wide range of new supporters, donors, stakeholders, fundraisers and funding organisations.

Key Responsibilities

The Development Coordinator (Fundraising) will work across all income streams, primarily focusing on developing and securing new relationships whilst nurturing our current fundraisers, donors and members. Instigating and overseeing a range of initiatives and campaigns to seek new opportunities for engagement and income generation, this role will work closely with the Executive Information and Development Manager and Trustees to develop and implement a fundraising strategy that expands our sources of income, from Individual and Corporate Giving to Trusts and Foundations.

Responsible for

• promotion and implementation of fundraising campaigns
• sourcing and applying for grant funding
• project management of grant funded activity
• reporting to funders
• communications with fundraisers
• sourcing fundraising merchandise
• building relationships with members
• reporting to trustees                                                                                                                         

 Applications from candidates genuinely interested in the work of the charity only. Please include a detailed covering letter along with your CV, outlining why you're right for the role. Incomplete or generic applications will not be considered. Thank you.

Community Regen has an exciting opportunity for an energic and creative engagement practitioner to work 3 days a week on a project in Cambridge and 2 days managing and delivering key projects, contracts and commissions for Community Regen. The role will also involve some working from home as well as some evening work.

Working as part of a small team, the Coordinator will be responsible for bidding, planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating key projects. The role will involve engaging residents, businesses and partners to develop initiatives and projects that benefit local communities. The position requires an experienced and approachable community engagement/development practitioner who can engage communities, develop and support projects and initiatives as well as being a good communicator, writer, and able to generate new partnership and project opportunities.

To apply please follow the steps in "How to Apply" above.

About Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow Mind

This is an exciting opportunity to join and support a fast growing and dedicated team supporting the wellbeing of communities across West London.

We’re here to make sure that everyone suffering with a mental health problem gets the help they need to recover. We listen, support recovery, fight stigma and work with partners to take action. We provide services for adults, children and young people, signposting for everyone and training and consultancy for employers.

Job Purpose

The role is a key part of a local team delivering a range services across Hammersmith and Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow. We support clients with mental health with both clinical and non-clinical interventions. The postholder will coordinate a network of volunteers who, alongside the local team, deliver a range of services.

The postholder will recruit, train, match and provide ongoing support for the volunteers and provide oversight of the relationship volunteers have with adults we work with.

Fixed Term until 31st March 2022 (with potential to extend)

Post is subject to a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.

Please apply by sending your completed application form, following the steps in "How to Apply" above.

Main purpose of Job

We are looking for Schools Project Coordinator, to oversee the Schools Team Programmes and develop our training, resources, and service delivery in schools.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the work of Schools Team programmes in schools: Heads Smart, Smart Schools and be responsible for Smart Moves.
• Provide a coordinated approach to developing wellbeing and resilience through Smart programmes in schools, to enable young people to make positive, independent decisions when faced with difficult challenges in their lives
• Further develop the Smart Moves programme, which has been developed in consultation with teachers and young people, based on the Resilience Framework (developed by Prof. Angie Hart and Dr. Derek Blincow, with help from Helen Thomas and a group of parents and practitioners) and the resources produced with Hove Park School, Boingboing and YoungMinds, to maximise the impact of Eikon’s service and drive innovation and growth
• Update resources shaped by the Resilience Framework to increase a young person’s resilience and create new targeted resources for students in primary and secondary schools
• Introduce and establish Smart Moves programme in schools and work with teaching staff to deliver engaging and interactive ways that the materials can be used to ensure desired outcomes are achieved
•  Establish and maintain good relationships with schools to provide information and advice on wellbeing projects by Eikon and other appropriate organisations
• Responsible for marketing and promotion of services and liaising with school staff to identify needs and follow up on delivery
• Design web content and Wellbeing newsletters to promote Eikon resources for schools
• Update website information, social media and manage downloadable resources
• Oversee Smart Moves order process end to end
• Write end of year reports, in consultation with the other programme leads (Smart Schools and Heads Smart)
• Ensure programme targets are met for all 3 programmes 
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of programmes in line with an evidence base

To apply please follow the steps in "How to Apply" above.

About Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow Mind

This is an exciting opportunity to join and support a fast growing and dedicated team supporting the wellbeing of communities across West London.

We’re here to make sure that everyone suffering with a mental health problem gets the help they need to recover. We listen, support recovery, fight stigma and work with partners to take action. We provide services for adults, children and young people, signposting for everyone and training and consultancy for employers.

Job Purpose

This role is within our crisis alternative service, which is an out of hours service providing a safe and welcoming space for people who are feeling distressed and experiencing crisis. The service will operate 365 days a year from 6pm-1am across all of our boroughs.

Staff within the service will provide person-centred, practical and emotional support, face to face or via telephone on a one-to-one or group basis to individuals experiencing mental health crisis.

The objectives of the service include:

• To improve the mental wellbeing of people experiencing mental health crisis in HFEH.
• To provide support to clients accessing the service- for instance: signposting, de-escalation, planned wellbeing activities etc.
• To contribute to an improvement in individual mental wellbeing.
• To remain a source of independent support for all clients.
• To treat service users with respect, dignity and personalised support
• To raise awareness of mental health services available with the goal to improve long term mental health and reduce social isolation
• To increase self-management skills of those accessing the service
• To reduce the use of police, ambulance and statutory mental health services whilst experiencing crisis.
• To reduce the use of statutory crisis services by people experiencing mental ill health without positive outcomes for the individual.

The Role

The role of the team coordinators will be to support the rest of the team in delivering interventions on a one-to-one and group basis. The role will also involve triaging and assessing all clients accessing the service, signposting and delivering collaborative self-management plans with clients to improve mental wellbeing. The role will also include line management and supervision of support workers within the service.

Fixed Term until 31st March 2022 (with potential to extend)

Post is subject to a DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.

Please apply by sending your completed application form, following the steps in "How to Apply" above.

Team Up is looking for a dynamic intern to support our programme team and get the most out of our systems to enable our inspirational volunteer tutors to transform the life chances of pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds.  This is an exciting internship working for Team Up supported by the Jack Petchey Internship Programme which means the postholder will be required to take part in the Jack Petchey Internship development programme and the mentoring programme. 

Terms & Conditions

• Salary: £21,157.50 per annum (London Living Wage)

• Start Date: April 2021

• Working hours: Full time role c. 37.5 hours per week

• Contract length: 12 month internship

• 25 days holiday per year, to be agreed with line manager

• Reporting to: Head of Programmes

About Team Up

Team Up works to reduce the widening attainment gap in education by helping underachieving disadvantaged pupils double their expected progress and improve their future prospects. We do this through inspirational volunteer tutors, with the support of qualified teachers.

We deliver free online and in-person small group tuition in maths and English to over 1,000 disadvantaged pupils in London and the South East each year.  We have ambitions to expand programme delivery further into Essex in 2021/22.

We offer enrichment programmes to pupils who we tutor  to raise their commitment to their tuition subjects and increase aspirations for further education or new career ideas.  Enrichment programmes consist of interactive workshops, including STEM subjects and career based Q&A’s, at top universities and employer workplaces.

Alongside our delivery team of qualified teachers, we train over 300 volunteer tutors (mainly in full time education, aged 17-21 years old) who value the meaningful volunteer experience we offer them for their future careers.  Each tutor is placed on our Rising Leaders programme where Team Up commits to provide a professional mentor to those who want one, a reference and career workshops and seminars as well as tutors being able to achieve a certified qualification with SSAT (Schools, Students and Teachers Network).

About the role

This is a demanding and exciting role for a multi-skilled individual looking to gain experience in a charity with an impactful programme and committed volunteer base.

This is a crucial role with an overview of our systems and processes,  supporting our Head of Programmes with programme delivery in understanding how to make data work for our cause. 

In this role you will be responsible for coordinating specific elements of our delivery programme including support work on our new virtual classrooms software, understanding the context in which our Head of Programmes monitors her team, our growing number of pupils and tutor performance through data and the systems around this data collection.  You’ll coordinate events as part of our Rising Leaders Programme to our volunteer tutor base which will give you an opportunity to build relationships with our alumni and communicate with them on a regular basis.  Three times a year, leading up to the start of a new term, our tutor recruitment team will need extra help and you will be able to understand the process of engaging with volunteers and onboarding them as Team Up tutors. 

When required, it’s essential this role, like all Team Up roles, join in carrying out administrative tasks to enable the charity to run effectively. 

We aim to give you a balance between detailed and structured work and an overview of our organisation with strong transferable skills to strengthen your CV for your future.

Team Up is seeking someone with ambition, high expectations and attention to detail, keen to develop themselves in an environment that rewards entrepreneurship and accountability for results. If you are committed to making a difference to young people and to your own development, this is the role for you.  We believe in supporting and teaching our pupils whilst developing our tutors and team.

You will be joining a small team of staff in a fun and friendly environment where we work hard for the mission and for each other. We look forward to welcoming you on board.

The responsibilities below are a comprehensive view of the available role but we have a clear plan of induction, training, learning, developing and reviewing over the 12 months with support from the line manager and Senior Management Team.

Responsibilities

Virtual Classroom (Vedamo system)

• Creating tutor accounts and virtual classrooms for each tuition group at the start of each term, including adding tutors to the Vedamo system

• Be a Vedamo trouble-shooter during tutoring sessions so if tutors or pupils are struggling to get on to Vedamo or upload lesson resources etc. you are able to support with these technical issues

Data Collection (Salesforce system)

• Monitor and chase up tutor’s weekly PRR (Performance Review Report) to be completed in Salesforce

• Working with our Head of Programmes and Fundraiser to understand the data required for our fundraising reports to donors and using Salesforce to create the relevant impact data reports.  Developing an understanding of how Team Up uses impact data in different areas of our organisation and for different stakeholders and learning to interrogate our database for this data.

• Supporting our Head of Programmes by using our systems for weekly monitoring data and understanding what this represents and how we use this information internally. 

Volunteer Tutors: Rising Leaders Programme

• Monitor and complete SSAT awarding for tutors

• Organising and administration of tutor development events, liaising with speakers, venues (if in person) and sending invitations

• Coordinating our mentoring programme for volunteers, where suitable career mentors are matched with volunteers to help support their own development

Tuition and Enrichment Programme Support

• Prepare and check appendices for mid and end of programme reports, this will entail working with the programmes managers to understand the needs of each school partner report

• Audit how much pupil data schools have given us and chase gaps

• Building your knowledge so you can analyse previous term’s impact data, which will be used to make recommendations for programme development going forward

• As we move online, we require many more tutors to support our online programmes, support us in managing the ongoing tasks of tutors unable to attend sessions (e.g. due to illness) and helping in coordinating cover at short notice with our delivery team

• Supporting tutor recruitment processes (at busy times) with organising tutor interviews and assisting with completing DBS checks for volunteers

 

Communications & Marketing

• Planning and monitoring collection of content for future impact report e.g. pupil and tutor case studies, school testimonials, photos of sessions and quarterly newsletter, this will be with the support of our Senior Management Team

• Assisting with the wider branding of the charity, including updating the website and maintaining social media channels

• Maintaining regular contact with volunteer tutor alumni

Administration

• Submitting the travel expenses of volunteers on our finance system,Xero, which is widely used in the charity sector

• Entering and updating/uploading data on the charity’s online database system, including work on Salesforce and Google Drive

• Assisting with any ad hoc administrative tasks to support tuition, enrichment and the Rising Leaders programme delivery

• Any other reasonable requests made by line manager

Key Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent organisational and strong interpersonal skills

• Desire to own and manage responsibility for achieving organisational goals

• Confidence working with external stakeholders and young people

• An interest in marketing and communications

• Experience working in a team to solve problems

• Interest in collecting and using data to drive results

• Enthusiastic and curious about a youth charity organisation

Desirable

• Experience organising and delivering projects and events

• Experience in forming or maintaining relationships with stakeholders

• Experience of monitoring and evaluating performance data

• Experience of using and maintaining a database system

Application process

If you would like to apply for the role, please apply with a cover letter explaining how you feel you fit the requirements of the role, along with your CV.

Interviews will begin on the week commencing 22nd March 2021 with the final interviews held on Friday 26th March 2021.  Please indicate in your covering letter if this date is unsuitable so we can arrange an alternate interview date in advance.

Do you have the experience and enthusiasm to become our Education Development Officer? 

We are seeking a highly motivated and organised individual with the skill and the will to own and improve their educational products, and to support trainers to provide an excellent educational experience.

You will have a background in education & training or learning & development and must be able to take initiative and offer solutions to support the delivery and development of a number of specialist educational products and projects. You will be required to maintain and improve your products in digital based systems and be confident in programme administration.

You will be a committed team player who is keen to offer excellent support to our learners and members. You will be able to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders. You will have a proactive attitude and able to work efficiently within defined processes.

This is a permanent role for 35 hours per week.

For a full job description go to the FSRH website

Starting Salary: £26,268gpa.

About us

The FSRH are the largest UK professional membership organisation working at the heart of sexual and reproductive health, supporting healthcare professionals to deliver high quality care. We believe that access to quality sexual and reproductive healthcare is a fundamental right. This is why we are working together with our members and partners to shape better sexual and reproductive health for all. Our strategy sets our priorities until 2025. 

How to apply

We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We are also happy to consider requests for flexible working. 

Please send a tailored CV and covering letter of up to 2 sides no later than 9am, Wednesday 10 March

Your cover letter should outline why you are applying for the role, and how you meet the person specification criteria.

Interviews are scheduled for Monday 15 and Tuesday 16 March and will take place on Zoom.

We hope to appointment somebody to start as soon as possible

Depaul UK are currently looking for an Education Officer to join us in Whitley Bay or Middlesbrough. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £22,899 per annum + pension and benefits.

Depaul UK works with some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK. We specialise in working in communities where poverty and long-term unemployment have resulted in generations of social exclusion and high rates of homelessness.

Over the past 30 years, we have grown as an organisation and developed and enhanced our work and the impact it has across the UK.  Depaul UK has a wide range of services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness.

Benefits of joining us as our Education Officer:

- Competitive salary
- 26 days of annual holiday plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance

The Education Officer role:

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and organised Education Officer to join our Prevention Team.

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in coordinating and delivering the new Depaul Education Programme in a range of settings, including schools, colleges and Pupil Referral Units. You will be responsible for running workshops and smaller sessions on related issues such as healthy relationships and conflict resolution, to service users, parents and teachers.

What makes the Education Officer role exciting?

- A full induction to Depaul UK and training for the role, with ongoing opportunities for professional development
- Training in the Depaul Endeavour model
- Continuous support and supervision, including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner.

What will ideally support your success as our Education Officer?

- Experience of designing educational resources, lesson plans and workshops for children and young people
- Working knowledge of target-driven environments, marketing and generating income
- Be highly computer literate, with knowledge of creating digital media.
- Able to work autonomously and carry out efficient organisation and administration.

So, if this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Education Officer then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date: Sunday 14 March 2021 at 12:00pm

An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this post. Our recruitment checks, induction, and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients. Depaul UK strives to be equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.